Tippah News

Vanderbilt's Hail Mary shot misses by narrowest of margins as Nebraska advances to Sweet 16 in epic

Nebraska advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time after Braden Frager’s late layup held up and Tyler Tanner’s halfcourt heave bounced off the backboard and rim, Fox News Digital reported.

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller Dies, Prompting Celebratory Post From American President

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Former FBI Director Robert Mueller Dies at 81

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Robert Mueller, who led the FBI through post-9/11 reforms and later investigated Russian interference in the 2016 election, has died at age 81.

Mississippi mom could face more charges after daughter's body found in closet

Mississippi News

Miss. mother to appear in court after daughter’s remains found in closet

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

A Southaven mother accused of hiding her special-needs daughter’s remains in a closet will be in court Wednesday as law enforcement reviews possible additional charges, a family member and local station reported.

International Paper to build new plant in Mississippi

Mississippi News

International Paper to build $225 million packaging plant in Mississippi

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Memphis-based International Paper announced Friday it will build a 486,000-square-foot sustainable packaging facility on 80 acres in Brandon, Mississippi, near its Richland box plant.

Man wanted for fatal shooting in Belzoni

Mississippi News

Police seek suspect in fatal shooting in Belzoni

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Belzoni police are searching for a man connected to a shooting that left a 23-year-old dead early Monday morning.

Eller wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District

Mississippi News

Eller wins GOP nomination in Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Associated Press called the race Friday, giving Ron Eller a narrow victory over Kevin Wilson in the March 10 Republican primary for Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District.

International Paper announces plans for $225M packaging plant in Rankin County

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International Paper plans $225M packaging plant in Rankin County

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

International Paper announced plans Friday to build a $225 million sustainable packaging plant in Brandon, Mississippi, the company said. The 468,000-square-foot facility is expected to begin construction in June 2026 and start operations in the fourth quarter of 2027.

Tylertown native Jordan Anthony crowned world champion in 60m dash

Mississippi News

Tylertown’s Jordan Anthony wins world indoor 60m dash title

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

Jordan Anthony, 21, from Tylertown, Mississippi, claimed the gold medal at the 2026 World Athletics Indoor Championships in Poland with a time of 6.41 seconds.

Mississippi News

UMMC revenue drops 20% after February cyberattack

March 22, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

University of Mississippi Medical Center’s revenue fell about 20% below projections in February following a cyberattack that disrupted operations for nine days.

Sports

William Carey women’s tennis team beats Blue Mountain in SSAC roundup

March 21, 2026 Jon Ross Myers

The Blue Mountain Christian University women’s tennis team lost to No. 5 William Carey in the SSAC Roundup in Montgomery, Alabama.

Tippah News

Support Expressed for Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, Deputy Jimerson’s Family

Craig Greer named new budget director

Showers, storms develop over Arkansas; severe threat low, KNQA says

Mid-South commemorates 2006 tornado outbreak anniversary

MISSISSIPPI NEWS

Podcast previews Mississippi State-Georgia series for SEC supremacy

Mississippi State Pitching Could Give Bulldogs Edge Over Georgia

Retail sales increase in February before Iran conflict impacts spending

LOCAL NEWS

Walnut Graduate Adrian Palmer Completes U.S. Air Force Basic Training

Teen Charged with Double Murder in Tippah County After-Prom Shooting

Two Brothers Killed in Shooting at Blue Mountain After-Prom Party

Ashland Fire Battles Sixth Grass Fire Since Saturday as Dry Conditions, Storm Debris Fuel Risk

SPORTS

Clutch, Chaos and the Chalk That Still Crumbles: A Sweet 16 Snapshot

William Carey women’s tennis team beats Blue Mountain in SSAC roundup

Blue Mountain Christian falls 7-0 to No. 6 William Carey at SSAC Roundup

Who Gets the Keys? The NFL’s Raiders Vote Is About More Than Estate Planning

McConnell joins Democrats to defend U.S. NATO membership

President Trump addresses Iran conflict in primetime speech

Sham Philadelphia coffee shop used to cook crack shut down; 17 arrested, AG says

Man convicted of aggravated manslaughter in killing of NYPD detective; acquitted of murder

Nebraska beats Vanderbilt 74-72 to reach first Sweet 16

Former FBI Director Robert Mueller Dies at 81

Miss. mother to appear in court after daughter’s remains found in closet

International Paper to build $225 million packaging plant in Mississippi

Police seek suspect in fatal shooting in Belzoni

Eller wins GOP nomination in Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District

International Paper plans $225M packaging plant in Rankin County

Tylertown’s Jordan Anthony wins world indoor 60m dash title

UMMC revenue drops 20% after February cyberattack

William Carey women’s tennis team beats Blue Mountain in SSAC roundup